2014 Lipman Fellows Information Sheet

WHARTON LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
LIPMAN FAMILY PRIZE FELLOWS
OPPORTUNITIES GAINED:
• Learn about the different social impact models
through the philanthropic process
• Complete a due diligence process with
organizations being considered for the prize
• Learn from varied members of the Wharton/Penn
teaching community
• Refine soft skills like communication, teamwork
and emotional intelligence
• Employ hard skills of data analysis and project
management
COMMITMENT: Full academic year
Vision. Inspiration. Impact.
The ability to see the world
as it can be.
FELLOWSHIP: Lipman Family Prize Fellows
support the selection of the prize finalist and
develop their leadership skills while learning about
the social sector.
MISSION: The Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize at
the University of Pennsylvania is an annual prize that
celebrates leadership and innovation among
organizations creating positive social outcomes
with an emphasis on impact and transferability of
practices.
COMPETENCIES DEVELOPED:
•Communication
•Teamwork
•Emotional Intelligence
•Influence
OPTIONS: 12 students are chosen from both
graduate and undergraduate programs at the
University’s 12 schools.
TIMELINE:
Early September: Information Session
Mid-September: Application Deadline
Early October: Lipman Family Prize Fellows
announced
Early October: Lipman Family Prize Fellows
Orientation Retreat
200 Hours of Learning
per Student
Site Visit
Experience
Educational
and Leadership
Training
Project,
Research, and
Service Work
“The chance to learn about the social sector through
this philanthropic process and partake in discussions
about ‘big issues’ tackled by world premier social
entrepreneurs has really shaped my student
experience. The multidisciplinary composition of
the fellow committee is completely unique.”
— JENNY XU
CONTACT:
Umi Howard, Director
[email protected]
Mariah Casias, Coordinator
[email protected]
VISIT: For more information, see
wlp.wharton.upenn.edu/lipmanfamilyprize
CONNECT:
@WhartonLP
WhartonLeadership
WHARTON LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Jon M. Huntsman Hall, Suite G47 • 3730 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19104
http://wlp.wharton.upenn.edu